1980 Audi Sport vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 67 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Sport | Polo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |